The Salt Lake City Department of Airports broke ground last week on a $1.8 billion terminal redevelopment program that will result in a new terminal and several other new associated facilities over the next decade.
The project will be built in phases. It will include a single terminal, which will be built southwest of the existing complex, and will feature dual level access, new parking and more spacious, modernized facilities. The terminal is expected to be completed in 2019.
The program is funded by federal grants, user fees, general airport revenue bonds and airport reserves. No local tax dollars are being used.
“This project certainly reflects our status as an ever-growing crossroads and regional leader,” says Mayor Ralph Becker, who led ground-breaking ceremonies that were held where a new car rental operation will be located. “Not only will we be creating vast improvements in efficiency and convenience for all airport users, but also doing so in a way that seeks unprecedented environmental goals for a facility of this kind, helping to address our serious air quality issues.”
HOK will be the architect. ADJV, a joint venture between Holder Construction and Big-D Construction, will build the project. It is expected to generate nearly 24,000 jobs and $1 billion in wages.
